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View article: Development of a differential panel to identify <i>Peronospora belbahrii</i> races in sweet basil (<i>Ocimum basilicum</i>)
Development of a differential panel to identify <i>Peronospora belbahrii</i> races in sweet basil (<i>Ocimum basilicum</i>) Open
First reported in the United States in 2007, downy mildew of sweet basil ( Ocimum basilicum ), caused by the oomycete pathogen Peronospora belbahrii , has become a major challenge in global basil production. Downy mildew-resistant cultivar…
View article: Predicting the resistance of basil entries to downy mildew based on their genetics, pathogen race, growth stage, and environmental conditions
Predicting the resistance of basil entries to downy mildew based on their genetics, pathogen race, growth stage, and environmental conditions Open
Main conclusion A model predicting the level of resistance of basil to downy mildew was developed. The model integrates plant age, genetic background, sporulation, disease intensity, pathogen races, and environmental data at an early stage…
View article: Cold Plasma Treatment of Sweet Basil Seeds and Nutrient Water in Hydroponics: Impact on Growth and Quality
Cold Plasma Treatment of Sweet Basil Seeds and Nutrient Water in Hydroponics: Impact on Growth and Quality Open
This study investigated the combined effect of two plasma treatments during hydroponic growing of sweet basil plants. Air‐based cold plasma was applied to basil seeds using a Plasmajet. Also, plasma‐activated water (PAW) was produced by us…
View article: Relationship between sensory perceptions and volatile and phenolic compounds of fresh basil ( <i>Ocimum basilicum</i> L.) evaluated by multivariate statistics
Relationship between sensory perceptions and volatile and phenolic compounds of fresh basil ( <i>Ocimum basilicum</i> L.) evaluated by multivariate statistics Open
Sensory and phytochemical analyses were conducted on sweet basil ( Ocimum basilicum L.) to investigate the impact of volatile and phenolic compounds on aroma, taste, and flavor by mouth. A trained panel evaluated seven accessions, includin…
View article: A Rapid Screening Approach to Identify Resistance to Basil Bacterial Leaf Spot (Pseudomonas cichorii)
A Rapid Screening Approach to Identify Resistance to Basil Bacterial Leaf Spot (Pseudomonas cichorii) Open
Basil ( Ocimum spp.) is among the most economically important culinary herbs grown worldwide. Ocimum basilicum includes both the European style sweet basil and the distinct Thai basil. Field, greenhouse, and indoor production practices inv…
View article: Regional distribution of cellular of molecular pathways in a mouse model of Gulf War illness by Single-Cell RNA Sequencing Analysis
Regional distribution of cellular of molecular pathways in a mouse model of Gulf War illness by Single-Cell RNA Sequencing Analysis Open
Gulf War Illness (GWI) is a chronic multisymptom disorder that affects approximately 25–32% of Gulf War veterans, and the combination of permethrin exposure with stress may have collectively and synergistically contributed to its developme…
View article: Stability study of <scp><i>Nepeta cataria</i></scp> iridoids analyzed by LC/MS
Stability study of <span><i>Nepeta cataria</i></span> iridoids analyzed by LC/MS Open
Introduction Catnip ( Nepeta cataria , L.) has well‐documented applications in arthropod repellency because of its bioactive iridoids. Long‐term stability of nepetalactones and other iridoids in N. cataria are needed to develop as effectiv…
View article: Implications of the Propagation Method for the Phytochemistry of Nepeta cataria L. throughout a Growing Season
Implications of the Propagation Method for the Phytochemistry of Nepeta cataria L. throughout a Growing Season Open
Catnip (Nepeta cataria L.) plants produce a wide array of specialized metabolites with multiple applications for human health. The productivity of such metabolites, including nepetalactones, and natural insect repellents is influenced by t…
View article: Short-term salicylic acid application induces the expression of GPPS and NEPS1 in catnip
Short-term salicylic acid application induces the expression of GPPS and NEPS1 in catnip Open
The catnip plant, Nepeta cataria L., produces bioactive iridoid monoterpenes known as nepetalactones. These monoterpenes follow a noncanonical biosynthetic route starting as isoprene monomers in the methylerythritol (MEP) pathway after con…
View article: Genetic linkage mapping and quantitative trait locus (QTL) analysis of sweet basil (Ocimum basilicum L.) to identify genomic regions associated with cold tolerance and major volatiles
Genetic linkage mapping and quantitative trait locus (QTL) analysis of sweet basil (Ocimum basilicum L.) to identify genomic regions associated with cold tolerance and major volatiles Open
Chilling sensitivity is one of the greatest challenges affecting the marketability and profitability of sweet basil ( Ocimum basilicum L.) in the US and worldwide. Currently, there are no sweet basils commercially available with significan…
View article: Chemical variability and insect repellent effects of lemon catnip essential oil and related phytochemicals against Cimex lectularius L
Chemical variability and insect repellent effects of lemon catnip essential oil and related phytochemicals against Cimex lectularius L Open
Plants are sources of natural products that reflect the ecological interactions that shaped their secondary metabolism. Among those, phytochemicals with insect repellent activity have shown potential to be part of integrated pest managemen…
View article: Determination of anthocyanins, organic acids, and phenolic acids in hibiscus market products using LC/UV/MS
Determination of anthocyanins, organic acids, and phenolic acids in hibiscus market products using LC/UV/MS Open
Hibiscus sabdariffa has gained increasing attention from consumers as a natural, healthy food ingredient, leading to a myriad of available products, yet there is a lack of understanding of the quality and chemical diversity among commercia…
View article: An Analysis of Factors Influencing African Indigenous Vegetable Farmers’ Bargaining Power: A Case Study from Zambia
An Analysis of Factors Influencing African Indigenous Vegetable Farmers’ Bargaining Power: A Case Study from Zambia Open
Growing African Indigenous Vegetables (AIVs) is an innovative way to address poverty and malnutrition problems in Zambia. Farmers’ bargaining power plays an important role in increasing AIV production and farmers' income. Based on 300 resp…
View article: Antimicrobial and Antioxidant Properties of Theobroma cacao, Bourreria huanita, Eriobotrya japonica, and Elettaria cardamomum - Traditional Plants Used in Central America
Antimicrobial and Antioxidant Properties of Theobroma cacao, Bourreria huanita, Eriobotrya japonica, and Elettaria cardamomum - Traditional Plants Used in Central America Open
The search for alternative naturally occurring antimicrobial agents will always continue, especially when emerging diseases like COVID-19 provide an urgency to identify and develop safe and effective ways to prevent or treat these infectio…
View article: Preharvest and postharvest techniques that optimize the shelf life of fresh basil (Ocimum basilicum L.): a review
Preharvest and postharvest techniques that optimize the shelf life of fresh basil (Ocimum basilicum L.): a review Open
Basil ( Ocimum basilicum L.) is a popular specialty crop known for its use as a culinary herb and medicinal plant around the world. However, its profitability and availability are limited by a short postharvest shelf life due to poor handl…
View article: Protective Effects of Polyphenol-Rich Extracts against Neurotoxicity Elicited by Paraquat or Rotenone in Cellular Models of Parkinson’s Disease
Protective Effects of Polyphenol-Rich Extracts against Neurotoxicity Elicited by Paraquat or Rotenone in Cellular Models of Parkinson’s Disease Open
Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a neurodegenerative disorder involving motor symptoms caused by a loss of dopaminergic neurons in the substantia nigra region of the brain. Epidemiological evidence suggests that anthocyanin (ANC) intake is asso…
View article: Determination of glucosinolates and breakdown products in Brassicaceae baby leafy greens using UHPLC-QTOF/MS and GC/MS
Determination of glucosinolates and breakdown products in Brassicaceae baby leafy greens using UHPLC-QTOF/MS and GC/MS Open
Brassica vegetables (Brassicaceae) produce a unique class of compounds known as glucosinolates. The breakdown products of glucosinolates, including isothiocyanates, are recognized as the primary sources of bioactivity and characteristic ta…
View article: An evaluation of nutrition, culinary, and production interventions using African indigenous vegetables on nutrition security among smallholder farmers in Western Kenya
An evaluation of nutrition, culinary, and production interventions using African indigenous vegetables on nutrition security among smallholder farmers in Western Kenya Open
Introduction Nutrition security continues to worsen in sub-Saharan Africa. Current research is limited on how seasonality may influence the impact of nutrition, culinary, and production interventions on food security, diet quality, and con…
View article: Protective effects of polyphenol-rich extracts against neurotoxicity elicited by paraquat or rotenone in cellular models of Parkinson’s disease
Protective effects of polyphenol-rich extracts against neurotoxicity elicited by paraquat or rotenone in cellular models of Parkinson’s disease Open
Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a neurodegenerative disorder involving motor symptoms caused by a loss of dopaminergic neurons in the substantia nigra region of the brain. Epidemiological evidence suggests that anthocyanin (ANC) intake is asso…
View article: Volatile metabolites from new cultivars of catnip and oregano as potential antibacterial and insect repellent agents
Volatile metabolites from new cultivars of catnip and oregano as potential antibacterial and insect repellent agents Open
Plant based natural products have been widely used as antibacterial and insect repellent agents globally. Because of growing resistance in bacterial plant pathogens and urban pests to current methods of control, combined with the long- and…
View article: Growth of Hydroponic Sweet Basil (O. basilicum L.) Using Plasma-Activated Nutrient Solution (PANS)
Growth of Hydroponic Sweet Basil (O. basilicum L.) Using Plasma-Activated Nutrient Solution (PANS) Open
Hydroponic sweet basil (O. basilicum L.) farming uses a recirculating nutrient solution that may spread waterborne microbial contamination including algae. Plasma, the fourth state of matter, generates antimicrobial reactive oxygen and nit…
View article: Kinkéliba (Combretum micranthum) Leaf Extract Alleviates Skin Inflammation: In Vitro and In Vivo Study
Kinkéliba (Combretum micranthum) Leaf Extract Alleviates Skin Inflammation: In Vitro and In Vivo Study Open
Kinkéliba (Combretum micranthum, Seh-Haw in Wolof) is a popular bush tea in West African countries. Although the kinkéliba plant’s leaves have been widely consumed for its nutritional and medicinal properties, its benefits on skin health p…
View article: Successive harvests affect the aromatic and polyphenol profiles of novel catnip (Nepeta cataria L.) cultivars in a genotype-dependent manner
Successive harvests affect the aromatic and polyphenol profiles of novel catnip (Nepeta cataria L.) cultivars in a genotype-dependent manner Open
Introduction Catnip ( Nepeta cataria L.) produces volatile iridoid terpenes, mainly nepetalactones, with strong repellent activity against species of arthropods with commercial and medical importance. Recently, new catnip cultivars CR3 and…
View article: Building a collaborative, university-based science-in-action video storytelling model that translates science for public engagement and increases scientists' relatability
Building a collaborative, university-based science-in-action video storytelling model that translates science for public engagement and increases scientists' relatability Open
Collaborating scientists and storytellers successfully built a university-based science-in-action video storytelling model to test the research question: Can university scientists increase their relatability and public engagement through s…
View article: Ethnic crop consumption and marketing in the Eastern United States: Trends and prospects
Ethnic crop consumption and marketing in the Eastern United States: Trends and prospects Open
The population demographics of the eastern U.S has changed in recent years with an increase in immigrants, particularly of Asian and Hispanic origins. This trend motivated the identification of foods preferred by these ethnic communities i…
View article: Market outlet choices for African Indigenous Vegetables (AIVs): a socio-economic analysis of farmers in Zambia
Market outlet choices for African Indigenous Vegetables (AIVs): a socio-economic analysis of farmers in Zambia Open
Agricultural research institutes in Sub-Sahara Africa have focused on establishing farmer groups that facilitate the commercial production and marketing of African Indigenous Vegetables (AIVs) to address food and nutritional security. With…
View article: Investigation of Volatile Iridoid Terpenes in Nepeta cataria L. (Catnip) Genotypes
Investigation of Volatile Iridoid Terpenes in Nepeta cataria L. (Catnip) Genotypes Open
Catnip (Nepeta cataria L.) is of scientific interest largely due to the production of nepetalactones, volatile iridoid terpenes with strong arthropod repellent activity. However, the plant can also produce other bioactive volatile iridoids…
View article: The Influence of Food Environments on Food Security Resilience during the COVID-19 Pandemic: An Examination of Urban and Rural Difference in Kenya
The Influence of Food Environments on Food Security Resilience during the COVID-19 Pandemic: An Examination of Urban and Rural Difference in Kenya Open
Hunger and food insecurity has worsened due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The types of food environments (e.g., natural/built) that people can access may improve household resilience to food-system shocks. This paper examines (1) urban and rur…